Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam
Key Takeaway
Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam is classified as low hazard in Nebraska. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 13.6% in NE) |
| Dam Length | 426 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 97 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 6 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 316 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1983 (43 years old) |
| NID ID | NE02764 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Nelson Agri Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam?
Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam?
Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam is owned by Nelson Agri Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam built?
Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam?
Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam serves the following purposes: Other, Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam?
Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam has a dam height of 16 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam last inspected?
Ray Nelson Erosion Control Dam was last inspected on April 25, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.